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Hikaru
General Information Age: 25
Gender: Female
Height: 5'5"
Weight: 135 lbs
Physical Features:
- Face/head: Hikaru has a fairly delicate face with soft, rounded features accompanied by deep brown eyes typically set into a stern though somewhat inquisitive gaze, and long black hair that falls down to just above her butt, bangs being long and covering her left eye, the right side kept pinned back
- Body: While appearing delicate to most, Hikaru is anything but, even despite her retirement. Daily workouts help to keep her thin and lithe while keeping a solid amount of muscle, her figure only being further accentuated by long thin legs and an ample rear and bosom.
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- General: At one time temperamental and foul mouthed, in her attempt to separate herself from her past Hikaru has seemed to mellow out considerably, now being fairly calm and polite, speaking only when necessary and preferring to watch others from a distance. However, she is still fairly easily angered, at those times a much more subdued version of her former self makes an appearance, leaving sassy, sarcastic remarks and whacking whoever annoyed her with her bokken. However, in both cases there are a few things that remain consistent, notably a love for cute things and a vow she had made to never pull her blade unless against the most vile of individuals.
- Hopes/Dreams: Her primary, and really only, hope is to be left to run her inn in peace, leaving her past behind her.
- Fears: Her greatest fear is to give into any impulses that she may still have and to be dragged back into her former life.
- Combat Mentality:Having trained in both swordplay and hand to hand combat, Hikaru is fairly formidable at close range, typically weaving in and out of striking range, observing her opponents until the time comes to deliver what may be a single finishing strike.
Battle Information Village: Pebble Country
Rank: C-Ranked Minor Country
- Ninjutsu: 1
- Taijutsu: 20
- Genjutsu: 1
- Stamina: 15
- Control: 1
- Strength: 13
- Speed: 14
- Instinct: 15
On the right meanwhile is her actual weapon, a wakizashi, 20 inches in length.
Companions: (0/1)
Affinity: Fuuton
Abilities and Concentrations
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| Ninjutsu | [Place them here] |
| Taijutsu | Upper Body: Sword Weapons: Lower Body: |
| Genjutsu | [Place them here] |
Jutsu
ToryuShow
Toryu Kenjutsu:D-RankedToryu Kenjutsu is a sword style originating from the Land of Pebbles that focuses on not just performing kenjutsu but also weaving close quarters style taijutsu into the bladework. Toryu's specialty is not only learning to capably slash a sword with one hand but also learning to use the hands, joints, legs and even the head to make frighteningly dangerous close quarters fighters. An inelegant style, it is commonly associated with the more 'rough' samurai but in truth it's reliance on two opposing impulses and control of the body makes it one of the more difficult Kenjutsu styles to learn. While usable with most blades, experienced fighters often prefer wakizashi, ninjato and even tanto daggers instead of katana for increased mobility.
- Requires: [Upper Body], [Sword] Concentrations
*[Toryu • Close Quarters]
D- Ranked Taijutsu Stance
Prerequisite: 5 Taijutsu
The signature stance of the style, Close Quarters teaches users of this style how to rapidly change the angle, position and even grip of their weapon without moving their hand from it's signature position at the user's waist for maximum versatility. Users of this style often assume a one foot forward, one back, slightly swayed stance to free up movement as well at the expense of leaving their center open.
*[Toryu • Lunging Feint]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 5 Speed
A basic technique of the style wherein the user moves in for a basic lunge-thrust with their weapon, only to turn in mid thrust and attempt to sweep their leg under the opponent's own. This tends to be useful as a basic feint and can usually knock down those with less strength than the user who get caught by it.
*[Toryu • Guard Break]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 5 Strength
After rushing in on a foe and initiating an attack the user waits for the opponent to guard, either with arm or weapon, before quickly lashing out with their hand or pommel of their blade and attempting to smash the guarding hand or arm aside with a wrist smash. The pain as well as damage can interrupt the guard of opponents, leaving them wide open for the initial attack to hit.
*[Toryu • Limb Lock]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: *[Toryu • Close Quarters] , 5 Taijutsu
A dangerous close quarters 'option closer', the Toryu user will sweep in close and try to slam their foot down on an opponent's as well as quickly sweep their arm around the opponent's to lock their elbow with the user's own. This technique is usually utilized for setting up blows or blocking off the weapons of dual-wielding foes and it forces the opponent to break out of the move before counter-attacking.
*[Toryu • Counter Kick]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 5 Taijutsu, 5 Strength
The user of this technique will attempt to block the blow of his opponent with his blade, relying heavily on the durability of their weapon and their own strength to resist the strength of the opponent's attack. Should they be successful, the user will follow up with a swift kick to the target's chest or stomach to push them away and stun them, then follow up with a quick stab to the chest or stomach.
C-Ranked
*[Toryu • Leg Hook Grapple]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 15 Taijutsu, 10 Speed
A potent close quarters move that is performed by rushing at a foe and attempting to jump onto the opponent's shoulders. Then, assuming they land, the user shifts their weight in an attempt to unbalance the victim. If performed correctly on an opponent with 10 or less strength who cannot compensate for the weight and momentum it causes them to tip back or go off balance, setting up for a secondary slash or stab at their now exposed head or torso.
*[Toryu • Subversion Grappling]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 15 Taijutsu
One of the more utilized techniques in the arsenal of the style, it involves the shifting of offense and defense, specifically utilizing the sword as a defensive weapon and the hand as the main weapon; by blocking far off the center of the clash (to the side, above, below), the user opens up an opposing swordsman or weapon specialist to punches, quick closes and even more complicated maneuvers simply by forcing their sword back for a moment. The downside of course is it lessens the overall effectiveness of the sword.
*[Toryu • Sweep Cutter]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 15 Taijutsu
During close quarters or after engaging a foe via a rush, the user quickly forces themselves back as they divert body weight downwards typically causing a quick and controllable slide under the opponent's field of control, usually between the legs or to the side. During this slide the user attempts slashes, stabs or even hooks or drags the opponent down with them to open up for more techniques or just deal considerable damage.
*[Toryu • Disregard of Fear]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Discipline
Prerequisite: 15 Instinct
Many of the Toryu techniques would put the user in incredibly daring positions where a single mistake could instantly spell disaster for the swordsman. As a result, Toryu practitioners must train themselves constantly to avoid letting their fears distract them from their task. A user with this technique has learned to shut out fear in the heat of combat, allowing them to perform their death defying attacks without the risk of failure due to fear responses.
*[Toryu • Staggering Knee Strike]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: 15 Taijutsu, 15 Strength
The user quickly dashes into an opponent's range while delivering a quick knee strike to the target's solar plexus in an attempt to stagger the opponent. The aim is to get the target to lean forward while holding their gut, opening up the many vulnerable areas of the back, neck and skull to various possible finishing moves.
Strong FistShow
Strong Fist:D-RankedThis style focuses on being overall more physically powerful than your opponent. Users attempt to overwhelm defenses with great speed and strength while chipping away at their opponent’s stamina and keeping their own at the highest possible. Most attacks are simple in execution but extremely powerful in effect, causing battles of attrition to be in their favor.
- Requires: [Upper Body] & [Lower Body] Concentrations
- Obtaining A/S archives techniques requires [Taijutsu Specialization]
*[Strong Fist Style • Balance]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Stance
A neutral stance taken by even entry level practitioners. This stance involves turning your body to be perpendicular to your opponent. One foot is rested directly in front of the other with just the toes in contact with the ground. A hand is held back while the other is forward, pointing up. This stance provides ease of dodging incoming blows by using the least amount of motion possible while still being ready to launch into an attack.
*[Strong Fist Style • Leaf Gale]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
A simple sweeping kick aimed low to knock the opponent off balance.
*[Strong Fist Style • Dynamic Entry]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
In this technique, the user builds momentum and speed in order to bridge the gap between themselves and a distanced target. After covering an appropriate distance, the user then lets loose a form of distraction, like a thrown object, in order to misdirect the target's attention. The user then leaps with their momentum, delivering a strong kick to bridge the rest of the distance.
*[Strong Fist Style • Dynamic Action]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Because distances tend to become the problem in most taijutsu, the practitioner will advance with every strike. This creates a tempo of advancement that is designed to wear down their opponent through ever pressing strikes, giving little chance for escape or recovery.
*[Strong Fist Style • One Inch Punch]
D-Ranked Taijutsu Discipline
When fighting in close quarters it becomes difficult to generate energy for full powered strikes. Practitioners have learned how to explode force from every muscle with minimal energy wasted and space needed. Every strike done by the practitioner has the potential to be at full strength, so long as they have at least one inch of movement.
C-Ranked
*[Strong Fist Style • Great Leaf Flash]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: *[Strong Fist Style • Balance]
The user will tense the muscles in their lower body to a great degree. Doing so causes them to briefly become immobile but creates an enormous amount of pent up energy. By bringing their back leg forward in a straight kick they release all of this energy in a single explosive burst. This can take out a lot of defenses and unless they’re supported by outside forces will knock a kicked foe back a number of yards equal to the difference in their strength and the practitioner's.
*[Strong Fist Style • Great Leaf Whirlwind]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
A combination attack started by the user unleashing a powerful kick to either side of their opponent. They will then place themselves behind the target and unleash a quick flurry of punches before kicking another side and repeating the process. This process can keep going ad infinitum or until the practitioner disengages.
*[Strong Fist Style • Thunder Leaf Fist]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
An attack that is slow to wind up but powerful in execution. The adept tenses every muscle in their shoulders and arms while twisting their core for a powerful strike. For the 1/4 post they spend winding up they're treated as having a -6 speed. However, when the strike is released it comes nearly instantly and at a +6 strength.
*[Strong Fist Style • Rising Leaf Wind]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Prerequisite: (Instinct+Taijutsu)/2 greater than opponent's taijutsu
A disrupting kick that can be launched from nearly any position. This kick is delivered quickly and at 3/4 strength but is aimed at any possible opening and extremely difficult to defend against, quickening the tempo the practitioner is keeping.
*[Strong Fist Style • Skyward Strike]
C-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
An often difficult attack to accomplish but good for setting up a string of further attacks. The user will sweep low, attempting to kick their target's feet from beneath them. Before they fall, a second kick will attempt to launch them airborne a number of meters equal to the difference in the practitioner's strength from their target.
B-Ranked
*[Strong Fist Style • Leaf's Flashing Might]
B-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
Requiring a full post of charge time the user tenses their entire body in preparation, becoming immobile. During this time they will look for their direct path and position themselves with their elbow pointed forward. At the end of the post they will release all of this pent up energy with extreme force, leaping nearly instantaneously a number of yards equal to their strength. If their strength is high enough this can punch through obstacles on their path and create extreme damage to opponents who are hit by it. Often used as an opening attack and cannot be done more than twice per thread.
*[Strong Fist Style • Herculean Leaf Whirlwind]
B-Ranked Taijutsu Maneuver
A progression from previous variants, this attack focuses on multi-opponent fights but utilizes the same principles. By employing superior speed the user will dance between targets to create openings and strike as before. However, rather than unloading on a single target they will move to a new opponent and do the same to them in the time it takes the first to recover. They can keep this process up as long as they are allowed.
History
Historical AccountsShow
Hikaru's life began simply enough, a happy child born to a happy couple in Pebble Country. Life was often harsh to the small family but still they made do with what little they had, her mother and father working tirelessly to support their little girl, whom loved her parents dearly. With her parents often busy, Hikaru spent most of her time playing with the few other children in their small village or as she got older even sometimes helping out with their family's tavern. It was when she was nine years old that her life seemed to begin to turn around as their village was soon attacked by bandits, her parents slain and herself taken captive.
Right on time however, a passing mercenary came by and took pity on her, saving her from her would be captors and even staying long enough to calm her down. It was as the mercenary prepared to leave however that her life would really change, her savior making her an offer to become her apprentice. With nowhere else to go and wanting to avenge her parents in some way, she readily agreed and the pair departed.
Over the next several years she trained as hard as she could and eventually started taking on mercenary jobs of her own, having blossomed into a fiery, temperamental woman with ruthless efficiency by the time she left her master, the both feeling that she was ready to strike out on her own. At this point she was eighteen years old.
Shortly after leaving her master, she took on a job that seemed like it would be particularly difficult, though with good pay. She felt confident that she could handle it alone despite the difficulty but to her surprise it seemed that someone else had beat her to it, a woman who introduced herself as Chinatsu Manami. She was of course reluctant to work together with a stranger but surprisingly, she relented and with their efforts combined the two took down their bounty with relative ease.
Of course they soon parted but for a while would consistently run into each other, Hikaru feeling something gnawing at her every time she saw the woman. She knew what it was, her master having taught her indepth about such matters, but it wasn't until some time later that she finally acted, the pair becoming fairly intimate after that.
It was a short time later however that Hikaru would decide to put her blade away for good and put her past behind her, The pair had taken on a request to stop a particularly vile man and it should have been easy, and it was. However just as she was about to deliver the finishing strike, the coward took hold of a captive child, bringing her strike to a pause and rightfully causing her to back off. She couldn't hurt an innocent.. especially a child. However as she hesitated, Manami instead struck down both man and child before Hikaru could stop her. It was a horrid sight, being almost too much to believe. It really had just happened though and she was livid, not even saying anything, not even accepting payment for the job as she walked off. It was too much to bear.
After that she tried taking on a few solo jobs but her heart just wasn't in it anymore and she soon used the savings she had built up to purchase a small inn, looking to forget her past and simply retire peacefully. Though of course she knew... it likely wouldn't be that easy.
Right on time however, a passing mercenary came by and took pity on her, saving her from her would be captors and even staying long enough to calm her down. It was as the mercenary prepared to leave however that her life would really change, her savior making her an offer to become her apprentice. With nowhere else to go and wanting to avenge her parents in some way, she readily agreed and the pair departed.
Over the next several years she trained as hard as she could and eventually started taking on mercenary jobs of her own, having blossomed into a fiery, temperamental woman with ruthless efficiency by the time she left her master, the both feeling that she was ready to strike out on her own. At this point she was eighteen years old.
Shortly after leaving her master, she took on a job that seemed like it would be particularly difficult, though with good pay. She felt confident that she could handle it alone despite the difficulty but to her surprise it seemed that someone else had beat her to it, a woman who introduced herself as Chinatsu Manami. She was of course reluctant to work together with a stranger but surprisingly, she relented and with their efforts combined the two took down their bounty with relative ease.
Of course they soon parted but for a while would consistently run into each other, Hikaru feeling something gnawing at her every time she saw the woman. She knew what it was, her master having taught her indepth about such matters, but it wasn't until some time later that she finally acted, the pair becoming fairly intimate after that.
It was a short time later however that Hikaru would decide to put her blade away for good and put her past behind her, The pair had taken on a request to stop a particularly vile man and it should have been easy, and it was. However just as she was about to deliver the finishing strike, the coward took hold of a captive child, bringing her strike to a pause and rightfully causing her to back off. She couldn't hurt an innocent.. especially a child. However as she hesitated, Manami instead struck down both man and child before Hikaru could stop her. It was a horrid sight, being almost too much to believe. It really had just happened though and she was livid, not even saying anything, not even accepting payment for the job as she walked off. It was too much to bear.
After that she tried taking on a few solo jobs but her heart just wasn't in it anymore and she soon used the savings she had built up to purchase a small inn, looking to forget her past and simply retire peacefully. Though of course she knew... it likely wouldn't be that easy.